CrazyDT

I have a 2003 Hummer H2. I just bought a Sea Ray SLX 270. The boats dry weight is 5555 lbs. without the trailer, tower and 496 engine. I know that hummers tow cap. is 6700 lbs. Just wondering if anyone has towed with a boat about same weight and what is was like. Please no hummer bad mouthing. I know not everyone likes them, but until you own one, don't bad mouth one.

ChristianGott

I was a similar situation a while back.
You'll definitely be at the towing/braking limit for an H2. Although the motor makes ample power, the long up hills might really stress the whole pkg, and if you're over limit and have a wreck, there are other issues to contend with. I'd say "fine" around town, but longer trips would not be prudent.

Baja_man

If you are pushing the limits of the tow vehicle I would not recommend it anytime, whether you are two miles from the ramp or 200 miles from the ramp. Accidents and peoples lives dont care how far away you are from the ramp.

runafever

Towed my 38 Fountain with an H2. No problem as long as it has the air ride.

Pro1

My ass hurts from towing with that Hummer. Worst tow vehicle I have ever used. Cant pull 2 snowmobiles without a lot of strain.

ChristianGott

baja...
personally, i concur, but at a slow speed, around town, i wouldn't buy a new truck for an occasional short, real close-to the-limit tow...(actually i would buy. i tow a 6000lb'er with a truck rated for 12.5K)
i'm not talking gross neglegence, well-over the limit here, but if filling the tank bumps you over the edge, then what?
ultimately, be careful, cautious, legal and smart.....you're right...many deadly accidents occur very close to home and are caused by people who "chanced" it....
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NoQuarter

I'd love to own one! Great for getting out of my 750 foot driveway before the plowman gets here. But I'll use my truck for towing anything.

CrazyDT

Thanks everyone, I keep the boat at the water, just worried about 2 trips a year to the lakes in Kentucky. Can always rent something i guess.

HTRDLNCN

Keep in mind rental comapnies all state "no towing"
in their contracts unless your talking big trucks like Ryder or Uhaul.

H20 Toie

I had an 03 H2 and was surprised at how well it towed. but do not go over the tow ratings or your insurance could decline to cover you.

i have been hearing more and more stories about that so not worth taking the chance.